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  • Community Testing Counselor

    Raleigh, North Carolina United States WAKE COUNTY, NC 23.47 - 27.43 Dec 24, 2024
    Wake County Government Employer:

    WAKE COUNTY, NC

    Wake County Government provides services including tax collection, library services, local parks administration, planning and permitting, health and human services, law enforcement and more. Wake County is governed by a seven-member Board of Commissioners. Consistently rated as one of the best places to live and work in America, Wake County, North Carolina is home to NC State University, Shaw University, Research Triangle Park, and 2006 Stanley Cup Champions, the Carolina Hurricanes. Wake County is also the center of state government, with our Capitol Building, legislature and many government offices located in Raleigh. Wake County is the most populous County in North Carolina. The County consists of 12 municipalities and includes Raleigh, the county seat and state capital. A unique mix of urban and rural small towns distinguishes Wake County from other counties and provides something for every lifestyle. Employee Benefits Employees enjoy competitive salaries, comprehensive benefits, generous paid leave, investment in professional development, and a balance of work and family life. We offer a diverse selection of benefits to choose from, allowing employees to customize their benefits package to meet their family’s unique needs. Our comprehensive benefits and wellness programs are the rewards that go beyond the paycheck, including a 5% employer contribution to NC 401(k); on-site Employee Health Centers; employee assistance programs; and medical, dental, vision and life insurance options. The County also offers a generous paid leave program that includes sick, annual, community service, parental, military and bereavement leave. These benefits, along with our award-winning wellness programs, set us apart as an employer of choice and affirm our commitment to supporting employees and their families, both inside and outside of work.

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    Job Description

    What You'll Be Doing

    The Community Testing Counselor works as a screener, screening for HIV, Syphilis, Gonorrhea, Chlamydia, and Hepatitis C. It provides testing services for those individuals at community sites as well as Sexually Transmitted Diseases (STD) education and client-centered risk reduction counseling. Work environment includes community settings, evening scheduling, and nominal degree of risk in community outreach events with monthly weekend activities.

    Job duties for the Testing Counselor include:
    • Collecting blood and urine specimens and preparing all requisition forms according to lab protocol
    • Entering and ordering tests of specimens collected through the Electronic Medicaid Record (EMR) System, Athena
    • Collecting client information including registration, risk behavior, and demographics
    • Providing pre and post-testing counseling and education for HIV and STD

    **Please list all certifications/licenses on resume/application. If you are a current Certified Medical Assistant (LPN) or Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN), please upload a copy of your certification with your application!**

    NOTE: Upon acceptance of employment you acknowledge that (i) if you work in the Health Clinics and Public Health Division, influenza immunization is a condition of initial and continued employment, subject to compliance with federal law, (ii) actively supports and participates in department emergency preparedness and response activities, which may include temporary changes in responsibilities and working hours.

    In the event of an emergency, as determined by the County Manager or designee, participation in preparedness and response operations should be expected. Employee may be required to fill a temporary assignment in a role different from standard duties, work hours and/or work location in preparation for, during and after the emergency. Employee may also be required to participate in relevant exercises and regular preparedness training.

    About Our Team

    Wake County Health and Human Services (WCHHS) is the consolidation of programs and services that include social services, public health, job search assistance, child support, and transportation. Our mission, in partnership with the community, is to facilitate full access to high quality and effective health and human services for Wake County residents. In addition to our numerous standard programs, Wake County Health and Human Services (WCHHS) is engaged in a number of special initiatives that are impacting services and programs throughout our entire agency. Whether legislated down from the changing regulations on the Federal or State level or bubbling up from the entrepreneurial spirit of our staff, you can always look forward to Wake County Health and Human Services implementing new and exciting enhancements to our services and programs.

    The Basics (Required Education and Experience)

    • Bachelor's degree
    • No specific experience required
    • Equivalent education and experience are accepted
    • Please include ALL prior work experience on your application and resume.


    Beyond the Basics (Preferred Education and Experience)

    • Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) or Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) strongly preferred
    • NC Whetstone Training
    • Phlebotomy skills
    • Experience providing health education related to sexuality, HIV, and Sexually Transmitted Diseases
    • Experience working with individuals engaged in high risk behaviors including , including incarcerated individuals, sex workers, men who have sex with men and others
    • Spanish language skills preferred but not required


    How Will We Know You're 'The One'?

    • Must be highly comfortable and non-judgmental with the ability to have open discussions with anyone, including incarcerated individuals, sex workers, men who have sex with men, others who engage in high risk behaviors
    • Ability to order lab tests through the EMR system, Athena
    • NC Whetstone Training completed or completed within 3 months of hire
    • Ability to perform phlebotomy or willingness to be trained


    About This Position

    Location: HSC Sunnybrook 10 Sunnybrook Road, Raleigh, NC 27610 USA

    Employment Type: Regular

    Work Schedule: Mon - Fri 8:30am -5:15pm (Some evening and weekends)

    Hiring Range: 23.47 - 27.43

    Market Range: 22.84 - 32.03

    Please include ALL prior work experience on your application and resume.

    Posting Closing Date: 7:00 pm on 1/3/2025

    What Makes Wake Great

    Home to the State Capital, Wake County is one of the fastest growing areas in the nation and the most populous county in the state, with more than 1.1 million residents. The County has received national and international rankings and accolades from publications such as Money, Fortune, and Time magazines as being one of the best places to live, work and play. The central location of the County allows for a short drive to the spectacular mountains or coast. Wake County Government is governed by a seven-member Board of Commissioners, who are elected at-large to serve two-year terms. Wake County Government has a general operating budget of $1.874 billion, employs over 4400 employees, experiences minimal turnover, and is an award-winning leader in wellness and technology initiatives; such as offering employees and covered spouses free access to the Employee Health Center. Wake County Government offers a wide range of training and development opportunities, a stable career in public service with a balance of work and family life, flexible work schedules and a competitive salary and benefits package.

    Equal Opportunity Statement

    Wake County provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics.

    Background Check Statement

    Position may require a background check that may include: criminal, credit, motor vehicle, education, and sexual offender registry or others based on job requirements. Unless required by state law, a record of conviction will not automatically exclude you from consideration for employment. Wake County Government is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

    Emergency Service Worker Statement

    In the event of an emergency, as determined by the County Manager or designee, participation in preparedness and response operations should be expected. Employee may be required to fill a temporary assignment in a role different from standard duties, work hours and/or work location in preparation for, during and after the emergency. Employee may also be required to participate in relevant exercises and regular preparedness training.
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